NIH MeSH · D004115Chemicals and Drugs
Dimethindene
Also known asDimethpyrindene · Dimetindene · Fenistil · Forhistal · Dimethindene Maleate · Maleate, Dimethindene
Definition
A histamine H1 antagonist. It is used in hypersensitivity reactions, in rhinitis, for pruritus, and in some common cold remedies.
MeSH classification
- D02.455.426.559.847.486.250
- D03.383.725.210
- D04.615.486.250
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What does Dimethindene mean in medicine?
A histamine H1 antagonist. It is used in hypersensitivity reactions, in rhinitis, for pruritus, and in some common cold remedies. This definition is taken from the National Library of Medicine's MeSH (Medical Subject Headings) 2026 release, which is the standard vocabulary used to index PubMed and most medical literature.
Is Dimethindene known by any other names?
Yes. Dimethindene is also referred to as Dimethpyrindene, Dimetindene, Fenistil, Forhistal in different clinical, research and patient-facing contexts. The MeSH descriptor groups all of these synonyms under a single canonical concept so research and records stay consistent.
Where does Dimethindene sit in the medical classification?
Dimethindene falls under the broader medical category "Chemicals and Drugs" in the MeSH hierarchy (tree numbers: D02.455.426.559.847.486.250, D03.383.725.210, D04.615.486.250). Browsing the related concepts on this page takes you to neighbouring topics in the same branch of medicine.
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Source: NIH MeSH 2026 (D004115) — National Library of Medicine, public domain. View official MeSH record ↗